Editors’ Choice

May 3, 2019

Editors' Choice

Can eLearning Prepare You For The Technology Revolution?

Technology is advancing at breakneck speeds, with many new jobs created daily. Unfortunately, our education system is doing almost nothing to help prepare students to take these jobs.

by Philip Piletic

May 2, 2019

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Are Textbooks Becoming Obsolete?

In their 2019 Annual Letter, Bill & Melinda Gates claimed that "textbooks are becoming obsolete". I look at whether textbooks really are becoming obsolete, and if eLearning solutions should be used to augment or replace them. The answer is more complex than a soundbite; the trends are clear.

by Richard Anning

May 1, 2019

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Storytelling With Scenario-Based eLearning: Why It's Not Just For Books

Stories have been used by humans for generations to make sense of the world. So, why not take full advantage of the impact storytelling has on your eLearning? With scenario-based eLearning, harness the power of storytelling to create a more compelling and meaningful learning experience.

by Sophie Doust

May 1, 2019

The Manifold Benefits Of xAPI

xAPI, Experience API or Tin Can API. If you’re connected to the eLearning or training industry, chances are you’ve heard these terms recently. In this article, we'll discuss in detail what xAPI is, and how it can benefit corporate organizations.

by Debadrita Sengupta

April 28, 2019

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Digital Natives Or Digital Immigrants?

The terms “digital native” and “digital immigrant” are invented by Marc Prensky. He proclaimed that digital natives and digital immigrants perceive and use technology in different ways as well as in learning. The differences between these individuals are addressed in this article.

by Lay Kee Ch’ng

April 24, 2019

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The 'Cult' Of Learning... And The 3 C’s To A Learning Culture

Cult. A word that sends shivers down the spine of most people. It's more ambiguous when the word ‘learning’ comes before ‘culture’. But ask those leading ‘learning cultures’, and they'll say it's never about learning; it's about the contribution learning makes to results.

by Ajay Pangarkar, CTDP, CPA, CMA

April 21, 2019

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Why Businesses Should Train Their Employees In Data Analytics

Why is the number of people taking data analytics certification courses growing rapidly, and why does a vast majority of top organizations consider data analytics a critical factor of their business growth? Read on to know what benefits training your employees in data analytics brings businesses.

by Melissa Burns

April 21, 2019

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Experiential Learning Plus Online Learning Equals Enhanced Learner Engagement

Engagement cannot be commanded, it can only be cultivated.

by Manish Kumar

April 14, 2019

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To Read Or Not To Read: Text In An Online World

Does text have a place in online courses? If so, how do we overcome the off-putting nature of text and the many challenges of reading online? In this article, Mary Burns shares some of the challenges associated with text-based content and design and instructional strategies to address such challenges.

by Mary Burns

March 29, 2019

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9 Questions To Ask Your SME When Developing A New Course

As Instructional Designers, we frequently partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop brand new courses. Use these 9 questions in your next meeting to get the information you need and produce the course that they want!

by Andraya M Goodwin

March 24, 2019

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Why Businesses Must Prioritize Learning And Development Post-Brexit

As March 29, 2019 deadline edges closer, the world’s eyes will be on the UK to see how the nation’s businesses align to face a post-Brexit economy. Whatever the fate of Brexit, there is one thing that businesses should value more than ever-the importance of L&D.

by Amit Gautam

March 10, 2019

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How Gamification And Social Networking Impact Learning: Communication Is The Key

Gamification and social networking are the manifestation of that evolution and have impacted education, social learning, and how we communicate with each other. This article will explore how gamification and social networking impact on learning.

by Edward Roesch